Stores Assistant

attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn and take an organised approach to working.MANDATORY RESPONSIBILITIESAdherence to all Company policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and QualityWorking positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel in order to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignityPromote and display the G&H values: Customer focus, Passion, Unity, PrecisionRESPONSIBILITIESPreparing and completing warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule (load, pack, wrap, label, ship)Receive and process warehouse stock products (pick, unload, label, store)Perform inventory controls and keep quality standards high for auditsKeep a clean and safe working environment and optimise space utilisationComplete diary logs into inventoryReport any discrepanciesCommunicate and cooperate with
supervisors and co-workersOperate and maintain preventively warehouse vehicles and equipmentFollow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulationsPERFORMANCE MEASURESAccuracy & QualityEfficiencyHealth & Safety ComplianceOrganisation & HousekeepingTeamwork & CommunicationSKILLS AND ABILITIESPrevious experience of working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment would be usefulProven working experience as a Warehouse WorkerProficiency in inventory software, databases and systemsFamiliarity with modern warehousing practices and methodsGood organisational and time management skillsAbility to lift heavy objectsG&H BENEFITS25 days - rising up to 30 days annual leave (phased with long service)Corporate Cash PlanSalary Sacrifice Pension SchemeEnhanced Employee Assistance ProgrammeNotes: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role.
Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake any and all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager.The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.Potential candidates should be aware that many of the employment roles at Gooch & Housego are subject to government security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities that you may have previously held and your place of birth, could restrict the roles you
are eligible to perform within the organisation.All UK applicants must, as a minimum, be able to successfully complete security vetting to the UK government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard, which includes a criminal record check being performed. Many roles may also require higher levels of security vetting to be completed, where applicants must typically have been continuously resident within the UK for the past five to ten years.

ABOUT USG&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications.Headquartered in the UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of our acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years.At our Torquay site, we specialise in high-performance optical components and subsystems that power some of the world's most advanced technologies. ROLEWe are looking for a Stores Person to join our goods warehouse team in Torquay. In this role, you'll contribute to a supportive team environment were working efficiently, accurately, and safely is important. We value